Job Description

Senior Outreach Officer (Widening Participation)
26,028 - 28,227 per annum
A minimum of 37.5 hours per week
Fixed Term to cover maternity leave
Hybrid Working
About the role:
Are you passionate about improving access to higher education? We're looking for a proactive and creative Senior Outreach Officer to take a central role in our Widening Participation programme, supporting under-represented groups to engage with and progress into university.

• You'll design and deliver an inspiring, year-round programme of outreach activities including workshops, subject taster days, residential events and school visits - both on campus and in schools across the regions.
• This is a fast-paced and varied role where no two days are the same.
• You'll contribute significantly to our UniConnect partnership, strengthen relationships with schools and community groups, and help develop engaging resources.
• You'll also support the evaluation and reporting of activity to inform future outreach planning.

About you:

• You are an excellent communicator, organised, and driven by a commitment to widening access.
• Experience engaging young people through events or education, you'll bring creativity, strong planning skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Confident working independently, you thrive in a dynamic environment and are open to travel and working flexible hours.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.

We offer a fantastic package of including:

• Hybrid working arrangements with blended approach of office and home working
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous pension scheme (LGPS)
• Employee Discounts Scheme
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support for continuous professional development
• Flexible working opportunities available
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave

About Us
Hartpury University and Hartpury College are among the UK's leading specialist education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing. Located in Gloucestershire, Hartpury University and Hartpury College sit side-by-side on a beautiful 360-hectare campus. We provide world-class facilities to more than 4,500 university and college-level students studying undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, A-levels and diplomas, as well as undertaking industry research. The University is rated top 10 in the UK for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025) and has 97% graduate employability, whilst the College is rated Ofsted Outstanding in all areas. A passionate and innovative business culture and exceptional support networks make Hartpury an ideal career choice.
Hartpury is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly welcome applicants that we are underrepresented in, including those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQI+ communities, and those living with disabilities. As part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion we offer a range of inclusive policies, flexible working arrangements and a multi-faith space to support staff from different backgrounds. To find out more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity, please click .
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
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The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 25th August 2025.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 3rd September 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.